1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (470 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1992 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1992 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | Virage | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |
